Meena (name changed), a 46-year-old woman, arrived at Artemis Hospital, Gurgaon, after years of struggling with chronic kidney disease (CKD). For almost four years, she depended on maintenance hemodialysis three times a week. The treatment kept her stable but left her exhausted, with persistent fatigue, swelling, and strict dietary limitations. Her condition had progressed to end-stage renal disease (ESRD), and daily life had become increasingly difficult.
During her consultation, the nephrology team at Artemis Hospitals advised that a kidney transplant would offer her the best chance at long-term recovery. Ready for a change, Meena agreed to begin the transplant evaluation process. A suitable living donor—her elder sister—was identified, and after a thorough donor evaluation and pre-transplant workup, both were cleared for surgery.
Meena underwent a living donor renal transplant, where the donor kidney was carefully implanted and blood flow restored. The new kidney began functioning almost immediately, producing urine within the first hour, a strong sign of a successful transplant. She was then shifted to the Transplant Intensive Care Unit (TICU) for close monitoring.
In the days following surgery, Meena was started on immunosuppressive therapy, and her kidney function continued to improve steadily. Her creatinine levels dropped, her energy returned, and—most importantly—she was finally free from dialysis.
Today, Meena has regained control of her life. With renewed strength and independence, she is a testament to the transformative care provided at Artemis Hospitals.
